Value Collection .75X02.5X36 1018 Steel Flat Bar

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION .75X02.5X36 is a 1018 cold finished steel flat bar measuring 0.75 inches thick, 2.5 inches wide, and 36 inches long. Cold finished steel is produced through a drawing and finishing process that improves dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and machinability compared to hot rolled alternatives. The 1018 grade is a low-carbon steel widely used across fabrication, machining, and structural applications. At 19.34 pounds per bar, it offers solid mass for general-purpose metal work. Machinists, fabricators, and maintenance trades rely on this stock for brackets, supports, jigs, shafts, and custom components requiring tight dimensional tolerances.

This flat bar is suited for general industrial and trade fabrication tasks in both shop and field settings. Common applications include welded frame assemblies, support gussets, slide rails, and machine bases where a clean, consistent surface and predictable machinability are required. Its 36-inch length provides a workable stock size for single-component cuts or can be sectioned for smaller parts. The 1018 specification is compatible with most standard welding processes and responds well to case hardening when surface hardness is needed.

Key Features

• 1018 low-carbon steel grade offers good machinability and weldability
• Cold finished surface provides tighter dimensional tolerances than hot rolled stock
• 0.75 inches thick by 2.5 inches wide cross-section suits medium-duty structural and fabrication tasks
• 36-inch length is ready to cut or use as-is for single-piece components
• Consistent surface finish reduces prep time before machining or welding

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose cold finished steel flat bar suitable for fabrication, maintenance, and machining applications across industrial, commercial, and trade environments.

Installation Notes

Cutting, drilling, and welding of steel flat bar should be performed by qualified fabricators or machinists using appropriate personal protective equipment. Secure the workpiece firmly before cutting or machining to prevent movement. Follow applicable shop safety standards and local codes when welding or grinding. Deburr all cut edges before handling or installation in assemblies.